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as in to shift
to change one's position
the cat stirred, then opened its eyes and slowly got to its feet
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as in to provoke
to rouse to strong feeling or action
news coverage of the fire stirred many to send donations to a fund for the families who had lost their homes
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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
the plane's first jolt caused a stir among the passengers, and by the third one they were in a panic
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as in shifting
the act or an instance of changing position
we were warned that the slightest stir would scare the mother bird so we hardly dared to breathe
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as in jail
a place of confinement for persons held in lawful custody
the mule had just got out of stir and was being followed by the feds, who had their sights set on the kingpin of the operation
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Recent Examples of stir
Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 10 May 2025
His extraordinary singing voice is more than matched by Lark in their stirring duets.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2025
Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Take it out of the oven and give the ingredients a final stir to combine the cheese and tomatoes into one creamy dip.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Add ice to a Collins glass or wine glass (gently!) and add ingredients, stirring to combine.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 10 May 2025
His extraordinary singing voice is more than matched by Lark in their stirring duets.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2025
Noun
In the aftermath of the HBO series' season 3 finale, Goggins appeared Tuesday morning on Live With Kelly & Mark for an interview about the episode's epic drama, but his gaze also apparently caused quite a stir backstage at the talk show.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Take it out of the oven and give the ingredients a final stir to combine the cheese and tomatoes into one creamy dip.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stir
Verb
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As the questions surrounding Oasis‘ fast-approaching reunion tour continue to swirl, longtime bassist Andy Bell has confirmed his presence within the lineup.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
15 May 2025
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Investigators later found that a wrench had jammed the plane’s control gears; rumors swirled that someone had sabotaged Coleman, but no further evidence of foul play ever emerged.—
Victor Luckerson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Parents and older Americans face work requirements for food assistance House Republicans are looking to shift some of the costs of the Supplemental Nutrition and Assistance Program, known as SNAP, to the states.—
Kevin Freking,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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After a year of observing Wrigley Field’s shifting weather elements, Counsell pushed the Cubs to play more small ball in certain situations.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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But if Washington follows a few principles, such improvements will not necessarily provoke Chinese aggression.—
Oriana Skylar Mastro,
Foreign Affairs,
20 May 2025
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Doctors gave her Pitocin, a medication used to provoke contractions, and a Foley balloon, which is a catheter-like device that gets the cervix to dilate.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
20 May 2025
Verb
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Brush the top of the pie with the egg yolk wash and sprinkle the surface with the raw cane sugar and remaining cardamom.—
Ellen Gray,
Saveur,
15 May 2025
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Before washing, inspect the area for any cracks or damage and repair them as needed.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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If the execution moves forward this time, Smith will be the first inmate executed in Tennessee since 2020 and the 19th in the U.S. this year.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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This can block food and stool moving through the intestine, causing constipation.—
Kelly Burch,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
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Goolsbee’s remarks suggest he’s encouraged by the trade truce with China, a separate 90-day pause on double-digit tariffs on other nations, and soft inflation readings for both March and April.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Teigen, flanked by Assembly members Alex Lee, D-San Jose, and Stephanie Nguyen, D-Elk Grove, spoke to reporters about Lee’s Assembly Bill 936, which would keep alive a pilot program that tried to encourage people to buy more fruits and vegetables.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2025
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The brand’s new collection is inspired by coastal getaways, not unlike the Caribbean backdrop that Gage and his famous friends were whisked away to.—
Waiss Aramesh,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2025
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Slowly drizzle in olive oil, continually whisking until the dressing is emulsified.—
Gretchen McKay,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
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Aeration stimulates new growth to cover areas damaged by fairy rings.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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Zaria Court is designed to stimulate local economies, creating jobs not only in sports but also in surrounding sectors, from retail to hospitality.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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“Stir.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stir. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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